Warren, Schumer 'strongly urge' Biden to extend student loan forbearance and cancel debt
Progressive lawmakers are calling for the Education Department to extend the forbearance period as federal student loan borrowers are set to resume payments in February.
Progressive lawmakers are calling for the Education Department to extend the forbearance period as federal student loan borrowers are set to resume payments in February.
Student loan payment pause will not be extended, White House confirms
White House press secretary Jen Psaki confirmed that federal student loan borrowers will need to resume making payments in February.
White House press secretary Jen Psaki confirmed that federal student loan borrowers will need to resume making payments in February.
Democrats push Biden to cancel student loans after House passes Build Back Better
Progressive lawmakers are calling on President Biden to cancel student loan debt as some Americans have qualified for forgiveness under borrower defense, total and permanent disability (TPD) discharges and a limited PSLF waiver.
Progressive lawmakers are calling on President Biden to cancel student loan debt as some Americans have qualified for forgiveness under borrower defense, total and permanent disability (TPD) discharges and a limited PSLF waiver.
Build Back Better expands EV tax credit with $12.5K incentive on American-made electric cars
The Biden administration's trillion-dollar spending plan offers enhanced incentives for EV buyers who purchase a car through a domestic automaker.
The Biden administration's trillion-dollar spending plan offers enhanced incentives for EV buyers who purchase a car through a domestic automaker.
Financial literacy course now required for Ohio high school students
Ohio high school students will be required to pass at least one half-credit course in financial literacy in order to graduate, according to a new law.
Ohio high school students will be required to pass at least one half-credit course in financial literacy in order to graduate, according to a new law.
70% of Americans go over budget during the holidays, survey finds: How to cut costs
A recent survey found that most Americans admit to overspending during the holidays, but gift-giving doesn't have to be a burden on your wallet. Consider these tips to create a budget and earn rewards on your holiday spending.
A recent survey found that most Americans admit to overspending during the holidays, but gift-giving doesn't have to be a burden on your wallet. Consider these tips to create a budget and earn rewards on your holiday spending.
These are the top 10 most stolen vehicles in America, report finds
Car theft is on the rise, according to a new report, and certain makes and models are being stolen at a higher rate.
Car theft is on the rise, according to a new report, and certain makes and models are being stolen at a higher rate.
Schumer reiterates call for Biden to cancel $50K of student loan debt per borrower 'with the flick of a pen'
Schumer renewed calls for President Biden to cancel up to $50,000 in college debt for federal student loan borrowers. Here's what the Education Department has said about loan repayment.
Schumer renewed calls for President Biden to cancel up to $50,000 in college debt for federal student loan borrowers. Here's what the Education Department has said about loan repayment.
Can you qualify for unemployment if you're fired for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine?
If you were fired for refusing to get vaccinated against COVID-19, you may be denied unemployment benefits. But there are several other ways to make ends meet if you've experienced job loss.
If you were fired for refusing to get vaccinated against COVID-19, you may be denied unemployment benefits. But there are several other ways to make ends meet if you've experienced job loss.
Biden administration announces student loan forgiveness program overhaul, will impact over 500K borrowers
The Biden administration announced its plans to overhaul the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, impacting half a million borrowers.
The Biden administration announced its plans to overhaul the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, impacting half a million borrowers.
Biden administration cancels another $5.8B in student loan debt: Here's who qualifies
More than 323,000 federal student loan borrowers with a total and permanent disability (TPD) will have their college debt automatically discharged by the end of the year. Read on to see who qualifies, and what you should do with your debt if you're not eligible for a TPD discharge.
More than 323,000 federal student loan borrowers with a total and permanent disability (TPD) will have their college debt automatically discharged by the end of the year. Read on to see who qualifies, and what you should do with your debt if you're not eligible for a TPD discharge.
Prime Day 2021: How to avoid overspending, plus 3 ways to get out of credit card debt
Follow these tips to avoid overspending on Prime Day, and learn more about paying down your debt.
Follow these tips to avoid overspending on Prime Day, and learn more about paying down your debt.
IRS contacting families possibly eligible for monthly payments
More than 36 million American families may be receiving letters from the IRS concerning eligibility for monthly Child Tax Credit payments.
More than 36 million American families may be receiving letters from the IRS concerning eligibility for monthly Child Tax Credit payments.
Biden 'extremely optimistic' about May jobs report, economists less so
President Joe Biden said the latest jobs report leaves room for optimism. However, economists were disappointed with the latest numbers.
President Joe Biden said the latest jobs report leaves room for optimism. However, economists were disappointed with the latest numbers.
How to pay for summer travel with airfare costs on the rise
Prices for domestic plane tickets are expected to increase 16% this summer, so it's more important than ever to be mindful when financing your next vacation.
Prices for domestic plane tickets are expected to increase 16% this summer, so it's more important than ever to be mindful when financing your next vacation.
How does Biden’s $10 billion Homeowner Assistance Fund help you?
If you’ve fallen behind on your mortgage payments, the Homeowner Assistance Fund could provide the relief you need.
If you’ve fallen behind on your mortgage payments, the Homeowner Assistance Fund could provide the relief you need.
Can't afford your mortgage right now? Here's what you can do
Over 2.6 million homeowners are in mortgage forbearance programs. Here are 6 ways to pay the mortgage and avoid foreclosure.
Over 2.6 million homeowners are in mortgage forbearance programs. Here are 6 ways to pay the mortgage and avoid foreclosure.
3 tips on making extra student loan payments
With government funding running dry on student loan aid, borrowers may have to fend for themselves. Making extra payments can help.
With government funding running dry on student loan aid, borrowers may have to fend for themselves. Making extra payments can help.
How to grow your retirement savings with minimal risk
If you don't want to take risks with your retirement savings, consider these three options.
If you don't want to take risks with your retirement savings, consider these three options.
Is it worth paying for credit monitoring?
Many services are free, but some important benefits and features may be missing.
Many services are free, but some important benefits and features may be missing.